If two or more guardians cannot agree between themselves about the exercise of their powers or obligations, most will be required to participate in the new mandatory Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) service. FDR forms must accompany applications to Court, unless parties are exempt. New entry points, resources and programmes exist to assist guardians to resolve disputes out of Court.

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December 10, 2017

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When couples separate after being together for more than three years, usually the law requires their relationship property be divided equally between each party.
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May 28, 2017

In New Zealand, a person can call themselves by any name. Usually, if they are not formally changing their name on their birth registration, they will establish their new name through usage and...Read More